Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£65
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £69 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £65 vs £69.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£69 vs £64.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £69)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Turntable?
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Alness?
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)